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5502 N 42nd Street, Tacoma, WA 98407

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Listed by Curtis Gibson, Windermere Prof Partners · Buyer brokerage: Windermere Prof Partners

Sold10 days on market

$610,000

$436 per sq ft

5502 N 42nd Street, Tacoma, WA 98407

Tacoma, WA, 98407

Beds
3
Baths
2
Sq ft
1,398
Built
1969
Parking
Attached Carport, Driveway, Attached Garage, Off Street
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3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,398
Square feet
$436
Per sq ft
Single Family Residence
Type
1969
Year built
7,705 sq ft
Lot
10
Days on market

About this property

Move-in ready and full of possibilities, this inviting 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers a desirable floor plan. The living room welcomes you with a cozy gas fireplace, while the kitchen is ready for everyday living and entertaining with a brand-new dishwasher, gas cooktop, and adjoining dining space. The layout includes a spacious primary suite and guest room on the main level, plus an additional private bedroom on the upper half-story. A huge sunroom creates the perfect bonus space to relax year-round. Outside, the opportunities continue. The private, fully fenced lot backs to a peaceful greenbelt and is surrounded by mature landscaping, flower & herb gardens, a variety of berries, fig and plum trees, and two storage sheds. Host unforgettable summer gatherings around the covered fire pit and BBQ area, or bring all your hobbies and toys with an oversized shop, 2 separate attached garages, plus an additional carport, and room for an RV. Practical updates include newer plumbing and hot water tank, offering peace of mind for years to come. Ideally located just five minutes from the Point Ruston Waterfront, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, and shopping & dining, this property truly has it all. Come experience the space, privacy, and lifestyle you’ve been waiting for!

Location & commute

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Property details

Listing details

Listing number
#2514300
Listed
April 30, 2026
Days on market
10
Price per sq ft
$436
Sold price
$610,000
Sold
June 11, 2026

Unit & building

Unit levels
One and One Half

Parking

Parking
Attached CarportDrivewayAttached GarageOff Street
Covered spaces
4
Total spaces
5

Construction

Year built
1969
Style
11 - 1 1/2 Story
Structure
House
Roof
Composition

Heating & cooling

Heating
90%+ High EfficiencyForced AirHeat Pump
Cooling
90%+ High EfficiencyForced AirHeat Pump
Energy source
ElectricNatural Gas

Interior features

Features
Bath Off PrimaryDbl Pane/Storm WindowFireplaceFrench DoorsJetted Tub
Fireplaces
1
Fireplace type
Gas

Flooring

Flooring
Ceramic TileGranite

Appliances

Appliances
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorStove(s)/Range(s)Washer

Lot

Lot features
Adjacent to Public LandCurbsPavedSidewalk
Lot size
7,705 sq ft

Terms

Terms offered
CashConventionalFHAState BondVA Loan

Utilities

Water
Public
Sewer
Sewer Connected

Schools

District
Tacoma
Elementary
Point Defiance
Middle
Truman
High
Silas High School

Listing history

  1. Listed

    $610,000

    April 30, 2026

  2. Sold

    $610,000

    June 11, 2026

Derived from current MLS listing fields. Full multi-cycle status history is on the roadmap.

Payment estimate

An estimate to help you plan, not a loan offer or financial advice.

Est. monthly

$3,552

Principal & interest
$3,084
Property tax (est.)
$468

Assumes $122,000 down (20%), a $488,000 loan at 6.5% over 30 years. Property tax is an estimated figure, not MLS data (verify with the county assessor). Excludes insurance, PMI, and closing costs. Not a commitment to lend or financial advice.

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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of July 31, 2026 at 6:45 PM PDT. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.